Compare Sony PlayStation 5 vs Sony PlayStation 5 Pro
In this technical comparison between the Sony PlayStation 5 and the Sony PlayStation 5 Pro, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two Home Consoles models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $499.99 USD / €499.99 / £449.99 and 700 USD / 8000 MAD.
| Specifications |
Sony PlayStation 5 |
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | November 2020 | November, 2024 |
| Performance | ||
| CPU | x86-64-AMD Ryzen “Zen 2”, 8 Cores / 16 Threads, variable frequency, up to 3.5 GHz | x86-64 AMD Ryzen™ “Zen 2” (8 cores / 16 threads) @ 3.5GHz (boost to 3.85GHz) |
| GPU | AMD Radeon™ RDNA 2-based graphics engine, Ray Tracing Acceleration, variable frequency, up to 2.23 GHz | 16.7 TFLOPS (60 Compute Units, RDNA 3 architecture) |
| GPU Power | 10.3 TFLOPS | ~45% faster rendering than base PS5 |
| RAM | 16GB GDDR6 (448GB/s bandwidth) | 16GB GDDR6 (576 GB/s) + 2GB DDR5 (Extra for OS tasks) |
| Storage | 825GB Custom NVMe SSD (Internal) or 1 TB | 2TB Custom NVMe SSD (Internal) |
| Expandable | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot (User-upgradeable); External USB HDD support | M.2 NVMe SSD Slot (PCIe Gen4); External USB HDD support |
| Disc Drive | Ultra HD Blu-ray, up to 100GB/disc (Fixed/Integrated) | Disc-free by default (Ultra HD Blu-ray drive sold separately) |
| Video Output | ||
| Resolution | Support for 4K 120Hz TVs, 8K TVs | 4K Native / 8K support (via PSSR Upscaling) |
| Max FPS | 120 FPS | 120 FPS at 4K |
| HDR | Yes | Supported (HDR10, HLG) |
| VRR | Yes | Supported (HDMI 2.1) |
| Ray Tracing | Yes | Advanced Ray Tracing (2x–3x faster than base PS5) |
| Audio | ||
| Formats | "Tempest" 3D AudioTech, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X | “Tempest” 3D AudioTech, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
| Headphones | 3.5mm Jack (on controller), USB, or Bluetooth (via adapter) | 3.5mm Jack (Controller), USB, & Bluetooth (via dongle) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.1 Port | 1 × HDMI 2.1 (supports 4K/120Hz, 8K, VRR) |
| USB | 1x USB Type-C (Front), 1x USB Type-A Hi-Speed (Front), 2x USB Type-A SuperSpeed 10Gbps (Back) | 2 × USB-C (Front), 2 × USB-A (Rear) |
| Ethernet | 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T | 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) | Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth® 5.1 |
| Services | ||
| Online Multiplayer | PlayStation Plus required | PlayStation Plus required |
| Cloud Saves | Included with PlayStation Plus | Included with PlayStation Plus |
| Subscription | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) | PlayStation Plus (Essential, Extra, Premium) |
| Remote Play | Yes | Supported (up to 1080p/4K on compatible devices) |
| Controller | ||
| Included | 1x DualSense Wireless Controller | 1 × DualSense Wireless Controller |
| Features | Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers, Built-in Mic, Touchpad, Motion sensors | Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers, Built-in Mic, Touchpad |
| Compatibility | ||
| Backward | Supports 99% of PlayStation 4 games | Plays 8,500+ PS4 games (with PS5 Pro Game Boost) |
| VR Support | PlayStation VR and PlayStation VR2 | Fully supports PlayStation VR2 |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | Approx. 390 × 104 × 260 mm (Width × Height × Depth) | Approx. 388 × 89 × 216 mm (Taller than Slim, thinner than OG) |
| Weight | Approx. 4.5 kg (Launch model); 3.9 kg (Final hardware revision) | Approx. 3.1 kg (6.8 lbs) |
| Color | White and Black | White/Black (with 3 distinct side-panel stripes) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 350W (Maximum rated power) | Rated for 390W (Actual use varies by game) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Console, DualSense Controller, 825GB SSD, Circular Base/Stand (Works for both Vertical and Horizontal), HDMI Cable, AC Power Cord, USB Cable, Astro's Playroom (Pre-installed) | Console, DualSense, 2TB SSD, 2 Horizontal feet, HDMI cable, Power cord |
| Price | $499.99 USD / €499.99 / £449.99 | 700 USD / 8000 MAD |
| Full Details | PlayStation 5 - Full Specifications | PlayStation 5 Pro - Full Specifications |